An independent bottler is a company that is sold barrels of whiskey by distillers. Many distilleries now exist solely to sell whiskey to independent bottlers, and they often sell high quality and yet little-known whiskeys that can make a perfect groomsmen gift, or even as an addition to your whiskey cupboard!
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WHISKEY TRENDS: PAIRING YOUR SPIRITS WITH FOOD
You’ll see it at any decent restaurant, winery, or brewery. After all, distilled and aged drinks can enhance the flavor of food in miraculous ways. Popular pairings are wine and cheeses, or light wines and dessert. Craft beer goes well with certain fried foods, and especially a juicy burger, depending on the brew.
THE 8 BEST SCOTCH WHISKIES
So, you’ve got your drink stones at the ready. Your cigar is lit and resting on our very special, aluminum cigar rest. It’s time to open up a fine bottle of Scotch…but what are you drinking?
4 AMAZING GROOMSMAN GIFTS FOR A WHISKEY LOVER
Choosing your groomsman is a huge step in a man’s life. Your groomsman is your connection to your past, your family, your friendships, and is an honored guest at your wedding. To commemorate this important day, it is tradition to purchase a groomsmen gift – and if your best man is a whiskey lover, we’ve got some amazing ideas for you to consider.
THE FOODIE’S GUIDE TO WHISKEY – HOW TO PAIR FOOD AND DRINKS
Food lovers know how satisfying it can be to perfectly match a meal with a wine, but did you know that whiskey is also a great accompaniment to food? The Scots know this all too well, and have long been matching food with their wide range of Scotch whiskies.
4 COCKTAILS EVERY WHISKY DRINKER NEEDS TO TRY!
New to whisky? You’ve got a lot to learn, and plenty of cocktails to explore. Whether you’ve just had your first sip of great American whiskey, or you’re just looking to learn more about the world of whiskey cocktails.
WHISKEY AND CIGARS – FINDING THE PERFECT PAIRING
Cigar in the right hand, whiskey straight in the left. This is the ideal image of relaxing sophistication. Just like certain wines are better complements to specific types of foods, every cigar has a type of spirit it should follow. In order to get the optimal pleasure out of an epic “gentleman’s” evening, you should first take the time to find that perfect pairing.
TRENDING INGREDIENTS FOR CRAFT WHISKEY COCKTAILS
Cocktails have gotten complicated over the years, and bartenders more creative in finding ways to complement your favorite whiskey. Mixologists from all over the world are constantly trying to reinvent new cocktails by pairing whiskey with an assortment of new ingredients. Tired of the standard splash of coke with your Jack? Then you might be ready to try one of the latest drink concoctions:
How is brandy made?
Cognac is by far the best-known brandy of all and, while there are many producers, a small number of very well-known international brands dominate.
Surprise for liquor lovers
Some people plan such endeavours with tactical aplomb, paying attention to little hints dropped all year long by their nearest and dearest.
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